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In this episode, we dive into the grim legacy of the Iron Warriors, one of the most ruthless and methodical Traitor Legions in Warhammer 40K. Known for their mastery of siege warfare and cold, unyielding tactics, the Iron Warriors embody the brutal efficiency of Chaos undivided. We'll explore their tragic fall from the Emperor's grace, the bitterness that fueled their rebellion during the Horus Heresy, and how they continue to wage war in the modern era of the 41st millennium. From their twisted fortresses in the Eye of Terror to their relentless assaults on the Imperium, the Iron Warriors remain a symbol of bitter defiance and mechanical cruelty.

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Episode Sponsor: Merlin MiniaturesPromo Code Lorehammerhttps://merlinsminiatures.co.uk/?ref=LOREHAMMER*Ad Free Version available on Lorehammer Patreon, link below.*The Iron Warriors, led by their grim and calculating Primarch Perturabo, were the epitome of unrelenting siege warfare during the Great Crusade. Tasked with the most brutal and grueling campaigns, they were the Emperor's hammer, breaking through the most fortified of enemies with relentless precision. Yet beneath the surface, their dedication to fortresses and walls—symbols of their unwavering discipline—was a reflection of the isolation and resentment that festered within them. The Iron Warriors were often overshadowed by their more charismatic brothers, their feats of victory overshadowed by a bitter sense of being underappreciated. This sense of betrayal came to a head during the Horus Heresy. As Horus turned against the Emperor, Perturabo and his Legion followed, embittered by years of sacrifice and what they saw as the Emperor’s cold indifference. The Heresy was not merely a rebellion—it was an opportunity for the Iron Warriors to finally assert their dominance, their hatred for their former masters only growing as they tore the Imperium apart with the same relentless precision they had always known.Lorehammer Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/c/lorehammer/membershipOne Time Donationshttps://paypal.me/lorehammerpodcastLink to all Linkshttps://linktr.ee/Lorehammer40k

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The Iron Warriors, led by their grim and calculating Primarch Perturabo, were the epitome of unrelenting siege warfare during the Great Crusade. Tasked with the most brutal and grueling campaigns, they were the Emperor's hammer, breaking through the most fortified of enemies with relentless precision. Yet beneath the surface, their dedication to fortresses and walls—symbols of their unwavering discipline—was a reflection of the isolation and resentment that festered within them. The Iron Warriors were often overshadowed by their more charismatic brothers, their feats of victory overshadowed by a bitter sense of being underappreciated. This sense of betrayal came to a head during the Horus Heresy. As Horus turned against the Emperor, Perturabo and his Legion followed, embittered by years of sacrifice and what they saw as the Emperor’s cold indifference. The Heresy was not merely a rebellion—it was an opportunity for the Iron Warriors to finally assert their dominance, their hatred for their former masters only growing as they tore the Imperium apart with the same relentless precision they had always known.

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In this special episode, we sit down with none other than Rick Priestley, the mastermind behind Rogue Trader, Warhammer Fantasy Battle, and Warlord Games. We dive into his early days at Games Workshop, the creative chaos of building the Warhammer 40K universe from scratch, and the evolution of tabletop gaming over the decades. From tales of the grimdark to behind-the-scenes anecdotes, Rick shares his journey with humor and insight, giving us a rare glimpse into the origins of some of the most iconic games in the hobby. So grab a cup of tea, settle in, and enjoy this casual chat with one of the legends who shaped the world of miniature wargaming.

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Sponsor: Merlin MiniaturesPromo Code Lorehammerhttps://merlinsminiatures.co.uk/?ref=LOREHAMMER*Ad Free Version available on Lorehammer Patreon, link below.*In this episode, we delve into the dark and calculating mind of Perturabo, the Primarch of the Iron Warriors, during the Siege of Terra and the Great Scouring. As the Horus Heresy reaches its violent crescendo, Perturabo stands at the forefront of the Chaos forces, relentlessly driving his Legion in the brutal assault against the Emperor’s Imperial Palace. Fueled by a bitter resentment towards his brothers and the Emperor’s perceived rejection, Perturabo takes perverse pleasure in dismantling the defenses of Terra, tearing apart the monumental works of Rogal Dorn. Following the failure of Horus and the death of the Warmaster, Perturabo’s grief and anger are palpable as he leads the Iron Warriors into the Great Scouring. Betrayed by the galaxy he sought to shape, the Primarch's fury only deepens as he embarks on a campaign of vengeance.Lorehammer Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/c/lorehammer/membershipOne Time Donationshttps://paypal.me/lorehammerpodcastLink to all Linkshttps://linktr.ee/Lorehammer40k

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In this episode, we delve into the dark and calculating mind of Perturabo, the Primarch of the Iron Warriors, during the Siege of Terra and the Great Scouring. As the Horus Heresy reaches its violent crescendo, Perturabo stands at the forefront of the Chaos forces, relentlessly driving his Legion in the brutal assault against the Emperor’s Imperial Palace. Fueled by a bitter resentment towards his brothers and the Emperor’s perceived rejection, Perturabo takes perverse pleasure in dismantling the defenses of Terra, tearing apart the monumental works of Rogal Dorn. Following the failure of Horus and the death of the Warmaster, Perturabo’s grief and anger are palpable as he leads the Iron Warriors into the Great Scouring. Betrayed by the galaxy he sought to shape, the Primarch's fury only deepens as he embarks on a campaign of vengeance.

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Sponsor: Merlin MiniaturesPromo Code Lorehammerhttps://merlinsminiatures.co.uk/?ref=LOREHAMMER*Ad Free Version available on Lorehammer Patreon, link below.*Born on the harsh world of Olympia, Perturabo was a child of logic, discipline, and cold efficiency. Yet, from the very beginning, he was burdened by resentment and an unshakable sense of isolation. As the Emperor reclaimed him and placed him at the head of the Iron Warriors Legion, he quickly proved his brilliance as a master of siege warfare, city-breaking, and relentless attrition. But for all his successes during the Great Crusade, Perturabo’s legacy would be marred by bitterness, endless toil, and the suffocating weight of duty.Lorehammer Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/c/lorehammer/membershipOne Time Donationshttps://paypal.me/lorehammerpodcastLink to all Linkshttps://linktr.ee/Lorehammer40k

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Born on the harsh world of Olympia, Perturabo was a child of logic, discipline, and cold efficiency. Yet, from the very beginning, he was burdened by resentment and an unshakable sense of isolation. As the Emperor reclaimed him and placed him at the head of the Iron Warriors Legion, he quickly proved his brilliance as a master of siege warfare, city-breaking, and relentless attrition. But for all his successes during the Great Crusade, Perturabo’s legacy would be marred by bitterness, endless toil, and the suffocating weight of duty.

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Sponsor: Merlin MiniaturesPromo Code Lorehammerhttps://merlinsminiatures.co.uk/?ref=LOREHAMMER*Ad Free Version available on Lorehammer Patreon, link below.*Teleportation in the grim darkness of the 41st Millennium is a violent, unstable, and often catastrophic affair, where the very act of moving through space is an exercise in brutality. The Imperium's teleporters, housed within the labyrinthine depths of ancient warships and fortress-monasteries, function through arcane calculations and brute-force mastery of unstable energies, violently tearing warriors from reality and hurling them through the raw madness of the Warp before forcing them back into existence—if they survive the journey intact. The Necrons, with their cold and pitiless logic, phase through realspace using ancient and unfathomable technology, vanishing in a haze of crackling energies only to reassemble elsewhere with eerie precision, untouched by the horrors of the Immaterium. Orks, in contrast, embrace sheer chaos, their ramshackle Tellyportas working not through science, but through the sheer force of belief, often flinging their warriors into battle in mangled, screaming masses—or simply detonating them in a spectacular burst of misplaced confidence. The Aeldari’s webway, a labyrinth of hidden paths between worlds, allows them to sidestep the perils of teleportation entirely, yet even they risk disaster should the ancient routes collapse or be invaded by daemonic forces. Across the galaxy, teleportation is as much a weapon as it is a tool—a forceful, merciless manipulation of reality itself, where the price of instant travel is often blood, madness, or obliteration.Lorehammer Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/c/lorehammer/membershipOne Time Donationshttps://paypal.me/lorehammerpodcastLink to all Linkshttps://linktr.ee/Lorehammer40k

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Teleportation in the grim darkness of the 41st Millennium is a violent, unstable, and often catastrophic affair, where the very act of moving through space is an exercise in brutality. The Imperium's teleporters, housed within the labyrinthine depths of ancient warships and fortress-monasteries, function through arcane calculations and brute-force mastery of unstable energies, violently tearing warriors from reality and hurling them through the raw madness of the Warp before forcing them back into existence—if they survive the journey intact. The Necrons, with their cold and pitiless logic, phase through realspace using ancient and unfathomable technology, vanishing in a haze of crackling energies only to reassemble elsewhere with eerie precision, untouched by the horrors of the Immaterium. Orks, in contrast, embrace sheer chaos, their ramshackle Tellyportas working not through science, but through the sheer force of belief, often flinging their warriors into battle in mangled, screaming masses—or simply detonating them in a spectacular burst of misplaced confidence. The Aeldari’s webway, a labyrinth of hidden paths between worlds, allows them to sidestep the perils of teleportation entirely, yet even they risk disaster should the ancient routes collapse or be invaded by daemonic forces. Across the galaxy, teleportation is as much a weapon as it is a tool—a forceful, merciless manipulation of reality itself, where the price of instant travel is often blood, madness, or obliteration.

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